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Botanical Gelli Printing

$250.00 $250.00
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Description
Date: Saturday 24th January  |  9:30am - 4:30pm
With Tutor: Alayna Flighty

Join us for a fun and relaxed, beginner-friendly Botanical Gelli Printing class where you’ll explore a range of creative techniques and discover just how versatile this playful process can be. You’ll be guided through different ways to use the plate, giving you plenty of space to experiment and achieve the unexpected results that make Gelli Printing so enjoyable. You’ll finish by turning your explorations into a lively collage to take home.

So come along, have a go and get a taste of the endless possibilities the Gelli plate has to offer.

What You'll Learn:

In this workshop you will learn the fundamentals of printing with Gelli plates and experiment with a variety of creative techniques. You will explore how to build texture using everyday found objects, create delicate botanical prints with natural materials, and add expressive details through mark making with paint pens. You will also have the opportunity to play with layered printing, using stencils and masks to build depth, colour, and complexity in your compositions.

What You'll Take Home:

A completed final collage incorporating your favourite prints, arranged pieces and composition experiments.

What Are Some Benefits of Doing This Workshop?
  • Encourage creative expression using natural materials like leaves and flowers
  • Produce beautifully layered, organic prints without needing specialist equipment
  • Playful, low-pressure printmaking techniques suitable for all skill levels
  • Build confidence in colour mixing, composition, and experimentation
  • Experience an eco-friendly approach to artmaking using reusable plates and found plant materials
  • Enjoy a relaxing, mindful artistic process that reduces stress
  • Expand your understanding of texture, pattern, and negative space in print design

Meet your Tutor:

Alayna is an intuitive, curiosity-driven artist who brings the same spirit of exploration to her Gelli Plate classes. Inspired by the world around her and the small, meaningful moments shared with others, she approaches printmaking with openness and play, allowing marks, layers and colours to unfold naturally. In her workshops, Alayna encourages students to create without pressure, follow what feels right and enjoy the unexpected discoveries that emerge along the way.

What to Bring:
  • Acrylic paint - White and a selection of colours (Reeves and Liquitex Basics are the best for this process)
  • Scissors

What Will Be Provided:
  • A collection of natural and found items
  • Tissue paper
  • Boards
  • Glazing medium
  • Stencils
  • Gelli plates
  • Paint pens
  • Copy paper
Can Anyone Do This Class?

Yes! This workshop is suitable for all levels, and absolutely beginner-friendly. If you love being creative, you’ll fit right in.

If you wish to cancel, email us at least 14 clear days before your class begins. You'll receive a full refund less an admin fee of $20 via the same payment method (e.g., credit card or Afterpay) if you cancel within this timeframe.

Unfortunately, refunds aren't available for cancellations with less than 14 days' notice, nor for missed classes within a series.

If you are required to bring specific supplies to this class you will be sent full details via email. Please make sure you keep the receive emails ticked at checkout to ensure you do not miss out on this information.

This class will be held on campus at The Learning Connexion located at 182 Eastern Hutt Road, Lower Hutt. Specific details of where on campus your class will be held will be sent to you the week prior to the commencement of your class

All our tutors are qualified and practicing artists who are skilled in specific art forms and regularly teach to support others in their own art practices.